I am a fine artist and I also host paint parties, both public and private for all skill levels
MALEE KENWORTHY
Portland
Summary
Dynamic, multi-faceted Professional with dual degrees in Business Management and Communication, specialized in community programming, cross-functional operations, and multi-channel marketing. Proven track record of launching community-facing initiatives, managing events, and directing operations—including founding an international non-profit that secured over $1.3M in funding and launching a local art gallery. Adept at translating community needs into impactful educational, cultural, and administrative programs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Relations & Healthcare Operations Lead
Various Agencies & Private Clients
01.2010 - Current
- Provided high-level client relations, scheduling coordination, and daily operational support across home health agency settings and private contracts.
- Managed intensive documentation, regulatory compliance (HIPAA), and empathetic family crisis communications during high-stress care transitions.
- Facilitated training, onboarding, and candidate evaluations for community-centered care roles.
- Intermittent / On-Call
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving efficiency across multiple client projects.
Operations, Marketing & Event Coordinator
Unique Beauty Loft & Uniquely You Event Venue
Vancouver, WA
01.2023 - 08.2025
- Direct administrative workflows, public-facing marketing strategies, and event execution across three distinct business entities, maximizing cross-brand efficiency.
- Design and execute comprehensive promotional campaigns and social media marketing to scale community engagement and client acquisition.
- Coordinate logistics, vendor relations, and scheduling for public and private events, ensuring seamless on-site operations and high client satisfaction.
- Manage daily backend administrative tasks, client correspondence, and billing systems to maintain organizational structure.
FOUNDER / PRESIDENT
Z Foundation Global
Vancouver, WA
03.2015 - 03.2025
- Directed end-to-end non-profit project operations, ensuring rigorous financial compliance, audit readiness, and alignment with grant milestones.
- Key Highlight: Spearheaded international fundraising initiatives and cultivated donor relationships that secured over $1.3 Million for educational infrastructure.
- Built, coded, and launched the organizational website, optimizing digital storytelling to capture an additional $115K in direct online funding.
- Designed and managed community outreach, marketing campaigns, and educational programming targeting underserved populations.
ART GALLERY OWNER & MANAGER
Phoenix Rising Art Gallery
Vancouver, WA
07.2020 - 05.2023
- Curated, launched, and managed a prominent downtown creative space, handling all business operations, commercial leasing, and public relations.
- Represented and marketed diverse collections for over 60 local artists, elevating community engagement through structured exhibitions.
- Forged high-impact strategic marketing alliances with local businesses, including a local indie bookstore and beauty hub, to build a collaborative cultural hub.
- Coordinated community events, artist talks, and interactive workshops to foster regional arts appreciation and drive local retail traffic.
ADMINISTRATIVE & OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
CAM Resources
Scottsdale, AZ
09.2011 - 05.2012
- Managed B2B project tracking, client communication workflows, and administrative documentation utilizing advanced Excel formatting.
- Authored and edited formal business proposals, ensuring meticulous attention to compliance and project delivery timelines.
Education
TEFL / ESL Teaching Certification -
The TEFL Academy
B.A. - Mass Communications
Arizona State University
B.A. - Business Management & Entrepreneurship
University of Arizona Global
Skills
- Operations & Programming: Project Management, Program Development, Event Planning & Execution, Regulatory Compliance
- Marketing & Communications: Strategic Partnerships, Social Media Marketing, Web Development, Copywriting, Public Relations
- Community & Leadership: Donor Relations, Grant Tracking, Intercultural Relations, Team Leadership, Client Relations
- Technical Toolkit: Graphic Design (Canva, Photoshop), MS Office Suite (Excel, Word), Web CMS, Presentation Software
Interests
Timeline
Operations, Marketing & Event Coordinator
Unique Beauty Loft & Uniquely You Event Venue
01.2023 - 08.2025
ART GALLERY OWNER & MANAGER
Phoenix Rising Art Gallery
07.2020 - 05.2023
FOUNDER / PRESIDENT
Z Foundation Global
03.2015 - 03.2025
ADMINISTRATIVE & OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
CAM Resources
09.2011 - 05.2012
Client Relations & Healthcare Operations Lead
Various Agencies & Private Clients
01.2010 - Current
B.A. - Business Management & Entrepreneurship
University of Arizona Global
B.A. - Mass Communications
Arizona State University
TEFL / ESL Teaching Certification -
The TEFL Academy
The Global Sisterhood Award
The Global Sisterhood Award 2018 from the Global Sisterhood 501(c)3 for my humanitarian work with Pakistan.